Wake up in a National Treasure — Introducing Taj Hotel Cape Town
The luxurious new Taj Cape Town finds its home in two of the city's most beautiful and historically significant buildings. From these two magnificently restored structures, the five-star Taj Cape Town has been meticulously designed. Located in the center of historic Cape Town at the entrance of the famous pedestrian district, St George's Mall, the hotel is perfectly situated for those looking to discover authentic Cape Town, and its blend of fascinating history, exotic culture, soulful art, lively entertainment and delectable cuisine.
With 167 exquisite rooms — Heritage Rooms and Suites, Tower Rooms and Suites, the Presidential Suite and the Taj Club —Taj Cape Town offers guests old-world quality complemented by modern features and luxury amenities. The hotel also has a full Jiva Grande Spa, a fitness center, three restaurants, meeting rooms, and business center.
Cox & Kings has available space at Taj Cape Town during the World Cup! To experience this lavish Taj Hotels, Resorts and Palaces' addition to South Africa, please contact Megan Bryant at 1-800-999-1758.
World Cup South Africa 2010 — We Have "Follow Your Team" Packages!
In 135 days, World Cup soccer will kick off in South Africa so get yourself a vuvuzela and shout laduma when your team scores! If you've never seen or heard a vuvuzela, it is an elongated trumpet-like horn that sounds like an elephant. Laduma is a cheer to celebrate when a goal is scored — from the Zulu "it thunders."
Cox & Kings has created some very special travel packages to enjoy the best of Africa during World Cup 2010 — including U.S., Mexico and Brazil "Follow Your Team Packages." Stay at top hotels, see your favorite teams play live, and take a once in a lifetime safari. Every Soccer & Safari package includes Category 1 tickets and VIP services and events. Our dedicated local staff will be at your service from the moment you touch down in South Africa and throughout your stay.
Please note that space on each departure is on a first-come, first-served basis, and space is going quickly. Book now for this year's World Cup Soccer & Safari — contact Jeanie Fundora at 1-800-999-1758.
Beijing — Private Access at Chonghua Palace, the Forbidden City
Visit an area of the Forbidden City normally off-limits to the public, with a private tour of the Chonghua Gong (Palace of Double Brilliance). The palace was built in 1727 by Emperor Yongzheng for his heir-designate, Emperor Qianlong, who lived here as a young man before his accession to the throne. A great opportunity to privately absorb one of the world's largest former palaces in depth.
This exclusive access event may be easily added to our Private Travel Journey Classic China or China Experience. Please contact Lynsey Hendry at 1-800-999-1758.
Vote for Cox & Kings in Travel+Leisure's World's Best Awards Survey 2010!
Every year, readers of Travel+Leisure™ choose from among the world's top hotels, resorts, spas, cruise lines, airlines, travel companies and destinations, to determine the winners of the World's Best Awards. Cox & Kings is included in the survey in the Tour & Safari Operator category.
By completing the short survey, you are automatically entered to win some great prizes from T+L, including a Grand Prize dream trip valued at $10,000. Won't you take a few moments to cast your vote for Cox & Kings? It will only take a few minutes of your time and will help like-minded travelers find us.
— Go online and begin voting. (Vote by March 31, 2010. Contest rules and prize details are available on the website.)
— Rate Cox & Kings and add additional comments before submitting the survey.
— Select Tour Operators & Safari Outfitters category and choose Cox & Kings.
Thank you for your support!
Client Spotlight — A Father-Daughter Journey to Bhutan
Lou Hoynes and his daughter Ellen Alexander traveled tp Bangkok and Bhutan with Cox & Kings, booked through Travel Advisor Vickie at Tzell Travel. Read about their travel experiences, including, mountain hikes, colorful festivals, and stays at lovely Aman Resorts. For more information on traveling to Bhutan or India, contact Seema Prakash at 1-800-999-1758.
Just Back From: Argentina
Rachel Robar, our Latin America Travel Specialist, recently traveled to Argentina and Chile. Read about her trip insights on Patagonia. To learn more about Argentina, Chile or other Latin America destinations, contact Rachel at 1-800-999-1758.
Cox & Kings Destinations — Listed in New York Times' "31 Places To Go In 2010"
- Sri Lanka...Sri Lanka: The Spice Island
- Patagonia Wine Country...Portrait of Argentina
- Mysore...May be easily added to any Cox & Kings journey to Southern India
- Koh Kood...Soneva Kiri
- Damascus...Syria Through the Ages
- Antarctica...May be easily added to a Cox & Kings journey to Latin America
- Shanghai...Classic China
- Mumbai...Heritage India
- Costa Rica...Costa Rica: Pura Vida
- Marrakesh...Splendors of Morocco
- Bahia...Rhythms of Brazil
- Shenzhen...May be easily added to a Cox & Kings journey to China
- South Africa...Classic South Africa
- Colombia...Cartagena de Indias
- Kuala Lumpur...Malaysia & Brunei: Crossroads of Asia
- Nepal...Classic Journey of India & Nepal
Read the New York Times article. Contact us at 1-800-999-1758.
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